First carousel of 2025 🌊✨ Starting the year with intention, balance, and a touch of magic: 🏊♀️ Diving back into the pool for the first time in ages felt like a reset—ready to flow with purpose this year. Excuse my funky eyebrows 😂😂 🌿 During a New Year’s cacao ceremony with @themakdaddy, I pulled the stingray card. It’s all about finding balance and gracefully navigating life’s challenges—something I’m carrying into 2025. 🔥 Meet my new kitchen companion, the @biggreenegg MiniMax. Can’t wait to see what we’ll cook up together this year! 🍝 And, of course, my first spaghetti bolognese of 2025, piled with Parmesan and fresh basil. Because why not start with comfort and indulgence? 🐬 Dolphins graced my morning walk, reminding me to stay joyful, present, and playful. Sound on 🔊 ✨ Which pic speaks to you most? 1️⃣ Pool reset 2️⃣ Stingray wisdom 3️⃣ Big Green Egg dreams 4️⃣ Spaghetti indulgence 5️⃣ Dolphins galore. Let me know below! — #NewYearNewMe #IntentionSetting #StartStrong #BigGreenEgg #MiniMaxGrill #SpaghettiBolognese #OceanVibes #DolphinLove #CacaoCeremony #WildlifeWisdom #NatureInspo #FoodieMoments #BackInThePool #MindfulLiving #PlayfulMoments #2025Goals #InspoEveryday
First carousel of 2025 🌊✨ Starting the year with intention, balance, and a touch of magic: 🏊♀️ Diving back into the pool for the first time in ages felt like a reset—ready to flow with purpose this year. Excuse my funky eyebrows 😂😂 🌿 During a New Year’s cacao ceremony with @themakdaddy, I pulled the stingray card. It’s all about finding balance and gracefully navigating life’s challenges—something I’m carrying into 2025. 🔥 Meet my new kitchen companion, the @biggreenegg MiniMax. Can’t wait to see what we’ll cook up together this year! 🍝 And, of course, my first spaghetti bolognese of 2025, piled with Parmesan and fresh basil. Because why not start with comfort and indulgence? 🐬 Dolphins graced my morning walk, reminding me to stay joyful, present, and playful. Sound on 🔊 ✨ Which pic speaks to you most? 1️⃣ Pool reset 2️⃣ Stingray wisdom 3️⃣ Big Green Egg dreams 4️⃣ Spaghetti indulgence 5️⃣ Dolphins galore. Let me know below! — #NewYearNewMe #IntentionSetting #StartStrong #BigGreenEgg #MiniMaxGrill #SpaghettiBolognese #OceanVibes #DolphinLove #CacaoCeremony #WildlifeWisdom #NatureInspo #FoodieMoments #BackInThePool #MindfulLiving #PlayfulMoments #2025Goals #InspoEveryday
First carousel of 2025 🌊✨ Starting the year with intention, balance, and a touch of magic: 🏊♀️ Diving back into the pool for the first time in ages felt like a reset—ready to flow with purpose this year. Excuse my funky eyebrows 😂😂 🌿 During a New Year’s cacao ceremony with @themakdaddy, I pulled the stingray card. It’s all about finding balance and gracefully navigating life’s challenges—something I’m carrying into 2025. 🔥 Meet my new kitchen companion, the @biggreenegg MiniMax. Can’t wait to see what we’ll cook up together this year! 🍝 And, of course, my first spaghetti bolognese of 2025, piled with Parmesan and fresh basil. Because why not start with comfort and indulgence? 🐬 Dolphins graced my morning walk, reminding me to stay joyful, present, and playful. Sound on 🔊 ✨ Which pic speaks to you most? 1️⃣ Pool reset 2️⃣ Stingray wisdom 3️⃣ Big Green Egg dreams 4️⃣ Spaghetti indulgence 5️⃣ Dolphins galore. Let me know below! — #NewYearNewMe #IntentionSetting #StartStrong #BigGreenEgg #MiniMaxGrill #SpaghettiBolognese #OceanVibes #DolphinLove #CacaoCeremony #WildlifeWisdom #NatureInspo #FoodieMoments #BackInThePool #MindfulLiving #PlayfulMoments #2025Goals #InspoEveryday
First carousel of 2025 🌊✨ Starting the year with intention, balance, and a touch of magic: 🏊♀️ Diving back into the pool for the first time in ages felt like a reset—ready to flow with purpose this year. Excuse my funky eyebrows 😂😂 🌿 During a New Year’s cacao ceremony with @themakdaddy, I pulled the stingray card. It’s all about finding balance and gracefully navigating life’s challenges—something I’m carrying into 2025. 🔥 Meet my new kitchen companion, the @biggreenegg MiniMax. Can’t wait to see what we’ll cook up together this year! 🍝 And, of course, my first spaghetti bolognese of 2025, piled with Parmesan and fresh basil. Because why not start with comfort and indulgence? 🐬 Dolphins graced my morning walk, reminding me to stay joyful, present, and playful. Sound on 🔊 ✨ Which pic speaks to you most? 1️⃣ Pool reset 2️⃣ Stingray wisdom 3️⃣ Big Green Egg dreams 4️⃣ Spaghetti indulgence 5️⃣ Dolphins galore. Let me know below! — #NewYearNewMe #IntentionSetting #StartStrong #BigGreenEgg #MiniMaxGrill #SpaghettiBolognese #OceanVibes #DolphinLove #CacaoCeremony #WildlifeWisdom #NatureInspo #FoodieMoments #BackInThePool #MindfulLiving #PlayfulMoments #2025Goals #InspoEveryday
Even after all these years of being an actor, rejection still stings. But here’s the thing: every ‘no’ is a blessing in disguise. Today a little voice inside reminded me: Stop worrying about what wasn’t meant for you. Trust that what is meant for you will never pass you by. So whether it’s a job, a person, or an opportunity, let’s shift our focus. Be grateful for what’s moved on, because now there’s space for something better. Today, I’m choosing to pour my energy into what’s mine and invite some fun and lightness into my life. ✨ What about you? Are you ready to stop worrying and trust the process? #TrustTheProcess #CreativeJourney #ActorsLife #WhatIsMeantForYou #KeepGoing #ManifestingBetter #CreativeSoul #RejectionIsRedirection #GratitudeMindset #FocusOnWhatMatters
New York, you really are too good to me. Great friends, unforgettable plays, and food that had me in a full-on love affair. ❤️🔥 RUN—don’t walk—to see #audramcdonald in @gypsybway . That show has me in a chokehold—one of the best I’ve ever seen! 🤯 Food-wise? I did some damage.🔥 Tahini ice cream at @shukette? Unreal. And @domodomo is a non-negotiable stop—so good I forgot to take pics… but you must see this tiramisu. If I was home, I would’ve licked the plate. 🙈😂 And of course 111 just as a nice reminder I’m exactly where I’m meant to be. 🥰 NYC just feeds my soul in every way. Already counting down till next time! ✨ #NYCLove #BroadwayMagic #AudraMcDonald #GypsyOnBroadway #FoodieAdventures #NYCEats #Shukette #Domodomo #TiramisuLover #FoodieLife #CityVibes #TheaterKid #PlaysWorthSeeing #NYCFoodie #EnergizedByNYC #TravelForFood #GoodVibesOnly
New York, you really are too good to me. Great friends, unforgettable plays, and food that had me in a full-on love affair. ❤️🔥 RUN—don’t walk—to see #audramcdonald in @gypsybway . That show has me in a chokehold—one of the best I’ve ever seen! 🤯 Food-wise? I did some damage.🔥 Tahini ice cream at @shukette? Unreal. And @domodomo is a non-negotiable stop—so good I forgot to take pics… but you must see this tiramisu. If I was home, I would’ve licked the plate. 🙈😂 And of course 111 just as a nice reminder I’m exactly where I’m meant to be. 🥰 NYC just feeds my soul in every way. Already counting down till next time! ✨ #NYCLove #BroadwayMagic #AudraMcDonald #GypsyOnBroadway #FoodieAdventures #NYCEats #Shukette #Domodomo #TiramisuLover #FoodieLife #CityVibes #TheaterKid #PlaysWorthSeeing #NYCFoodie #EnergizedByNYC #TravelForFood #GoodVibesOnly
New York, you really are too good to me. Great friends, unforgettable plays, and food that had me in a full-on love affair. ❤️🔥 RUN—don’t walk—to see #audramcdonald in @gypsybway . That show has me in a chokehold—one of the best I’ve ever seen! 🤯 Food-wise? I did some damage.🔥 Tahini ice cream at @shukette? Unreal. And @domodomo is a non-negotiable stop—so good I forgot to take pics… but you must see this tiramisu. If I was home, I would’ve licked the plate. 🙈😂 And of course 111 just as a nice reminder I’m exactly where I’m meant to be. 🥰 NYC just feeds my soul in every way. Already counting down till next time! ✨ #NYCLove #BroadwayMagic #AudraMcDonald #GypsyOnBroadway #FoodieAdventures #NYCEats #Shukette #Domodomo #TiramisuLover #FoodieLife #CityVibes #TheaterKid #PlaysWorthSeeing #NYCFoodie #EnergizedByNYC #TravelForFood #GoodVibesOnly
New York, you really are too good to me. Great friends, unforgettable plays, and food that had me in a full-on love affair. ❤️🔥 RUN—don’t walk—to see #audramcdonald in @gypsybway . That show has me in a chokehold—one of the best I’ve ever seen! 🤯 Food-wise? I did some damage.🔥 Tahini ice cream at @shukette? Unreal. And @domodomo is a non-negotiable stop—so good I forgot to take pics… but you must see this tiramisu. If I was home, I would’ve licked the plate. 🙈😂 And of course 111 just as a nice reminder I’m exactly where I’m meant to be. 🥰 NYC just feeds my soul in every way. Already counting down till next time! ✨ #NYCLove #BroadwayMagic #AudraMcDonald #GypsyOnBroadway #FoodieAdventures #NYCEats #Shukette #Domodomo #TiramisuLover #FoodieLife #CityVibes #TheaterKid #PlaysWorthSeeing #NYCFoodie #EnergizedByNYC #TravelForFood #GoodVibesOnly
STARVING but make it chef’s kiss! 🤌🏽✨ Watch me throw together this epic tuna salad with roasted sweet potatoes, baby kale, crunchy veggies, and a tangy lemon dressing—all topped with my neighbor’s legendary pickles. 🥗🔥 No cooking, just straight to the good stuff. Sometimes, you just need a quick, flavorful meal that hits all the right notes—this is THAT salad. 🍋🐟💥 What’s your go-to hunger-fix meal? Let me know below! 👇 #TunaSalad #QuickEats #HealthyEating #RoastedSweetPotatoLove #SaladDreams #FoodieLife #PickleObsessed #NoCookMeal #FlavorFirst #cheflife
Birthday month just got even better—huge thank you to @elevenmadisonpark for the exceptional hospitality! Shoutout to Julie, Grace, and Caroline for making it extra special. Getting to step into the kitchen was such an honor and a treat—it’s truly my happy place, and this one was impeccable. Huge gratitude to all the chefs who prepared the incredible food I ate. I’m slowly making my way through the @MichelinGuide, and this was one unforgettable stop! ✨👩🏽🍳 #Grateful #MichelinJourney #KitchenBliss #FemaleChef #VeganFineDining #MichelinGuide #NewYorkFoodie #Foodie #BirthdayMonth
Birthday month just got even better—huge thank you to @elevenmadisonpark for the exceptional hospitality! Shoutout to Julie, Grace, and Caroline for making it extra special. Getting to step into the kitchen was such an honor and a treat—it’s truly my happy place, and this one was impeccable. Huge gratitude to all the chefs who prepared the incredible food I ate. I’m slowly making my way through the @MichelinGuide, and this was one unforgettable stop! ✨👩🏽🍳 #Grateful #MichelinJourney #KitchenBliss #FemaleChef #VeganFineDining #MichelinGuide #NewYorkFoodie #Foodie #BirthdayMonth
Feeling so inspired and deeply grateful after 2 incredible days with powerhouse women in the culinary industry at the @beardfoundation Financial Literacy Workshop for Women. The honesty, wisdom, and generosity of the speakers was truly refreshing, and I left with new friends, invaluable knowledge, and a renewed sense of purpose. ✨🙌🏽 Plus, sipping mocktails at the legendary Beard House—and yes, taking the obligatory bathroom selfie [this bathroom is a whole moment!]—was an experience I’ll never forget. Sooo Ready to take everything I’ve learned and pour it into my @akonebychefallo pop-up next week! 👩🏽🍳 You coming?? [reservation link in bio] #JBFWomenLead #Grateful #WomenInCulinary #BeardHouseMagic #JamesBeardFoundation #FemaleChef
Feeling so inspired and deeply grateful after 2 incredible days with powerhouse women in the culinary industry at the @beardfoundation Financial Literacy Workshop for Women. The honesty, wisdom, and generosity of the speakers was truly refreshing, and I left with new friends, invaluable knowledge, and a renewed sense of purpose. ✨🙌🏽 Plus, sipping mocktails at the legendary Beard House—and yes, taking the obligatory bathroom selfie [this bathroom is a whole moment!]—was an experience I’ll never forget. Sooo Ready to take everything I’ve learned and pour it into my @akonebychefallo pop-up next week! 👩🏽🍳 You coming?? [reservation link in bio] #JBFWomenLead #Grateful #WomenInCulinary #BeardHouseMagic #JamesBeardFoundation #FemaleChef
Feeling so inspired and deeply grateful after 2 incredible days with powerhouse women in the culinary industry at the @beardfoundation Financial Literacy Workshop for Women. The honesty, wisdom, and generosity of the speakers was truly refreshing, and I left with new friends, invaluable knowledge, and a renewed sense of purpose. ✨🙌🏽 Plus, sipping mocktails at the legendary Beard House—and yes, taking the obligatory bathroom selfie [this bathroom is a whole moment!]—was an experience I’ll never forget. Sooo Ready to take everything I’ve learned and pour it into my @akonebychefallo pop-up next week! 👩🏽🍳 You coming?? [reservation link in bio] #JBFWomenLead #Grateful #WomenInCulinary #BeardHouseMagic #JamesBeardFoundation #FemaleChef
Feeling so inspired and deeply grateful after 2 incredible days with powerhouse women in the culinary industry at the @beardfoundation Financial Literacy Workshop for Women. The honesty, wisdom, and generosity of the speakers was truly refreshing, and I left with new friends, invaluable knowledge, and a renewed sense of purpose. ✨🙌🏽 Plus, sipping mocktails at the legendary Beard House—and yes, taking the obligatory bathroom selfie [this bathroom is a whole moment!]—was an experience I’ll never forget. Sooo Ready to take everything I’ve learned and pour it into my @akonebychefallo pop-up next week! 👩🏽🍳 You coming?? [reservation link in bio] #JBFWomenLead #Grateful #WomenInCulinary #BeardHouseMagic #JamesBeardFoundation #FemaleChef
Feeling so inspired and deeply grateful after 2 incredible days with powerhouse women in the culinary industry at the @beardfoundation Financial Literacy Workshop for Women. The honesty, wisdom, and generosity of the speakers was truly refreshing, and I left with new friends, invaluable knowledge, and a renewed sense of purpose. ✨🙌🏽 Plus, sipping mocktails at the legendary Beard House—and yes, taking the obligatory bathroom selfie [this bathroom is a whole moment!]—was an experience I’ll never forget. Sooo Ready to take everything I’ve learned and pour it into my @akonebychefallo pop-up next week! 👩🏽🍳 You coming?? [reservation link in bio] #JBFWomenLead #Grateful #WomenInCulinary #BeardHouseMagic #JamesBeardFoundation #FemaleChef
Feeling so inspired and deeply grateful after 2 incredible days with powerhouse women in the culinary industry at the @beardfoundation Financial Literacy Workshop for Women. The honesty, wisdom, and generosity of the speakers was truly refreshing, and I left with new friends, invaluable knowledge, and a renewed sense of purpose. ✨🙌🏽 Plus, sipping mocktails at the legendary Beard House—and yes, taking the obligatory bathroom selfie [this bathroom is a whole moment!]—was an experience I’ll never forget. Sooo Ready to take everything I’ve learned and pour it into my @akonebychefallo pop-up next week! 👩🏽🍳 You coming?? [reservation link in bio] #JBFWomenLead #Grateful #WomenInCulinary #BeardHouseMagic #JamesBeardFoundation #FemaleChef
Feeling so inspired and deeply grateful after 2 incredible days with powerhouse women in the culinary industry at the @beardfoundation Financial Literacy Workshop for Women. The honesty, wisdom, and generosity of the speakers was truly refreshing, and I left with new friends, invaluable knowledge, and a renewed sense of purpose. ✨🙌🏽 Plus, sipping mocktails at the legendary Beard House—and yes, taking the obligatory bathroom selfie [this bathroom is a whole moment!]—was an experience I’ll never forget. Sooo Ready to take everything I’ve learned and pour it into my @akonebychefallo pop-up next week! 👩🏽🍳 You coming?? [reservation link in bio] #JBFWomenLead #Grateful #WomenInCulinary #BeardHouseMagic #JamesBeardFoundation #FemaleChef
How far my people? Chop don ready ohh! 🍲🔥 I’m in the kitchen, gearing up for my FIRST-EVER pop-up happening on Feb 6 in collaboration with the amazing team @deux_bistro! 💫✨ This special night is all about celebrating Cameroonian culture 🇨🇲 through bold flavors, rich traditions, and a dining experience straight from the heart. And for my birthday wish this year? 🎂 All I want is to sell out this pop-up and share the magic of our cuisine with you! So grab your crew, book your spot, and let’s make the night unforgettable—together with @deux_bistro. 👩🏽🍳✨ 📅 Reserve your seats at link in bio 🔥 Limited spots—no de waste time! This is a dream come true! 🌟 Check out & Follow my pop-up page Aköne @akonebychefallo. 📹 @bennybstoll #ChopBetter #CameroonianCuisine #ChefLife #PopUpRestaurant #FoodiesUnite #DiscoverCameroon #SupportBlackChefs #MalibuChef #FoodCulture #DeuxBistro #BirthdayWish #LAEvents
Get ready to experience the heart and soul of #Cameroon—reimagined and served with love. From puff puff with a trio of dips to a rich lamb pepper soup with a potato rose, our very own Cameroonian tamale, Koki, and the perfect passion fruit ice cream coconut sweet to finish, every dish is crafted to wow. These are just a few of the tasty plates I’m bringing to my pop-up next Thursday Feb 6th @deux_bistro. Can’t wait for you to experience it all! 🙌🏽✨ LIMITED TICKETS ✨ ***Reservation Link in Bio*** #PopUpPerfection #CameroonianCuisine #ReimaginedFlavors #PepperSoup #AfricanFood #FineDining #LAPopUp #LosAngeles #Foodie #FoodisLove #CuisineFromTheHeart #CharlotteDipanda
Get ready to experience the heart and soul of #Cameroon—reimagined and served with love. From puff puff with a trio of dips to a rich lamb pepper soup with a potato rose, our very own Cameroonian tamale, Koki, and the perfect passion fruit ice cream coconut sweet to finish, every dish is crafted to wow. These are just a few of the tasty plates I’m bringing to my pop-up next Thursday Feb 6th @deux_bistro. Can’t wait for you to experience it all! 🙌🏽✨ LIMITED TICKETS ✨ ***Reservation Link in Bio*** #PopUpPerfection #CameroonianCuisine #ReimaginedFlavors #PepperSoup #AfricanFood #FineDining #LAPopUp #LosAngeles #Foodie #FoodisLove #CuisineFromTheHeart #CharlotteDipanda
Get ready to experience the heart and soul of #Cameroon—reimagined and served with love. From puff puff with a trio of dips to a rich lamb pepper soup with a potato rose, our very own Cameroonian tamale, Koki, and the perfect passion fruit ice cream coconut sweet to finish, every dish is crafted to wow. These are just a few of the tasty plates I’m bringing to my pop-up next Thursday Feb 6th @deux_bistro. Can’t wait for you to experience it all! 🙌🏽✨ LIMITED TICKETS ✨ ***Reservation Link in Bio*** #PopUpPerfection #CameroonianCuisine #ReimaginedFlavors #PepperSoup #AfricanFood #FineDining #LAPopUp #LosAngeles #Foodie #FoodisLove #CuisineFromTheHeart #CharlotteDipanda
Get ready to experience the heart and soul of #Cameroon—reimagined and served with love. From puff puff with a trio of dips to a rich lamb pepper soup with a potato rose, our very own Cameroonian tamale, Koki, and the perfect passion fruit ice cream coconut sweet to finish, every dish is crafted to wow. These are just a few of the tasty plates I’m bringing to my pop-up next Thursday Feb 6th @deux_bistro. Can’t wait for you to experience it all! 🙌🏽✨ LIMITED TICKETS ✨ ***Reservation Link in Bio*** #PopUpPerfection #CameroonianCuisine #ReimaginedFlavors #PepperSoup #AfricanFood #FineDining #LAPopUp #LosAngeles #Foodie #FoodisLove #CuisineFromTheHeart #CharlotteDipanda
